Abe REDDEKOPP Obituary
July 12, 1967 – May 24, 2013
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of our beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. Abe was born on July 12, 1967 to Isaak and Anna Reddekopp, in Rosthern, Saskatchewan. He grew up in Saskatoon where he went to school, got into mischief and had many laughs with his many brothers, sisters and close friends. In 1985, he met his one and only Rhonda. They married in 1990, and then he became a proud father only two years later to James (1992), Austin (1993), and his "baby girl" Cydney (1998). The family has lived in Martensville for the past 19 years while Abe worked out of UA Local 179 Union which he was very loyal to. His wife and children were his passion, his strength and pride in everything they accomplished on their own and as a family. Abe had an amazing ability to be hilarious in almost any situation he came across and with that ability, he was always the strength that everyone depended on and will never forget. Abe always worked hard at everything he did but he loved to work harder at travelling, fishing and just simply "getting away from it all" to relax with Rhonda and the kids anywhere they could be together, especially at home. He is survived by his loving wife Rhonda of 28 years, his three children James, Austin, and Cydney, his mother Anna, his brothers and sisters, Pat (Vital), Liz (Matt), Anne (Mel), Ike, John (Eloise), Jake, Susan (Malcolm), Cathy, Henry (Shelley), Bill (Nona), and numerous brother and sister-in-laws, and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his father Isaak, a brother at infancy, and his nephew Phillip. Thursday, May 30, 2013 will be a visitation for all to come from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Saskatoon Funeral Home (corners of 4th Ave and 25th Street). There will be a celebration of life on Friday, May 31st at Mayfair United Church at 2:00 p.m. Flowers will be accepted but charity donations to the CNIB in lieu are also welcome.
Email condolences may be sent to
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Arrangements are entrusted to Saskatoon
Funeral Home. Ph 306-244-5577.
A part of us he took with him
But his love he left us to keep
So we will never really be parted
The bond between us is too deep.
We love and miss you. Xoxo
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litthe brother Henry...
July 12, 2017
thank you Abe...for being there when we were kids...eyes when it was dark for me to see...company on long hot Manitoba vacations so i wouldnt be alone...thanks for the sleepless Christmas eve nights and sharing the excitement when it was hard to be tired. So you rest now and we will play again someday...save me a seat.thanks sok much for being my brother.
austin
October 5, 2014
Love you dad xo
Austin
April 10, 2014
Miss u dad .closing in on a year soon ,and still can't believe it happened. We all miss u lots. Much for us to see before we see you again, but you will be in our minds 24/7. Xoxo much love
Jason Davis
September 7, 2013
I just found out yesterday still in complete shock my heart goes out to the family gonna miss you buddy north battleford will never be the same
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Rhonda and Cydney Reddekopp
July 2, 2013
Still can't believe this has happened. The house is way too quiet. Mornings are hard, nights are harder. We love you and miss you lots, always and forever. Love Mom and Cyd, xoxoxo Daddy.
P.S. to everyone, thank you for the kind words for Abe and for us in the guest book and in person.
Austin Reddekopp
June 26, 2013
Lv you dad, xoxo.
Susan Maitland
June 19, 2013
Miss and Love you Abe, things here will never be the same without you. xoxo
Dan Dielsen
June 9, 2013
Abe was a great co-worker always had a smile or little gesture to make your day better. He also looked after the new people on our site in North Battleford. My prayers go with you and your family.
Ashley Maitland
June 5, 2013
Miss you like crazy. I love you. Still too hard to believe. Peyton asks me everyday where Uncle Ave is.. when I tell her, she says "I love Uncle Ave" <3 xox love you so much Uncle.
cathy pelican
June 4, 2013
Miss you...xoxo
Ken LaPlante
June 3, 2013
Read the sad news and still cannot believe that Abe is not with us anymore. At the moment I do not find many words - let me just tell you that he will be deeply missed by many, both as a colleague and as a friend.
Gorden Remy
May 31, 2013
Rhonda an Family;I had the honour of working with Abe . The last two years of working with him at Battleford,he could always put a smile on your face with a smile,comment or gesture. He will be sadly missed. Deepest regards from me and the Millwright Local
Amy & Fred Huntsinger
May 31, 2013
Having read all the wonderful entries herein, I don't think there's much I can add except to say that it's clear Abe will live on in the hearts and minds of all those who knew and loved him... and those three fine human beings he and Rhonda raised together will be his legacy.
Randy Holzer
May 31, 2013
Rhonda, shocked & saddened to hear of your family's loss. Abe was a great guy & I wish I would of been able to know him better. My family's prayers are with you & yours through this hard time. UA 179 Brother, Randy Holzer & Family
May 31, 2013
Rhonda, I remember Abe in "home room" at MRC. He was a great individual. I am sorry to hear of your loss. Kelly and Shelly Hall -Calgary
Darren Garchinski
May 31, 2013
Abe, you are an inspiration to everyone who has ever known you. Thoughts and prayers going out to you and your family! Going to miss you brother!
Bolton
May 31, 2013
No words will ever be enough. Just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Maureen Wasend
May 31, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to you on this day as you say goodbye to an amazing husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend.
May you find peace in knowing that he is with our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
Wanda Soder-Munholland
May 30, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you. Wanda and Lacie Munholland
Bella and Shane Hartell
May 29, 2013
Austin and family, we are so sorry for your loss and we are thinking of you in this time of sadness. Cherish all the great memories forever. We are here should you need us.
M D
May 29, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I pray you find comfort for your memories & know that God, the hearer of prayers will comfort his mourning ones. Isaiah 61:2
Nellie Bueckert
May 29, 2013
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
deb stroeder
May 28, 2013
so sorry to hear of you loss. take care
May 28, 2013
Our hearts go out to you, Rhonda & the kids. Abe was a great friend. Nick, Penny & Kim
Ron & Linda Coulic
May 28, 2013
To the Reddekopp Families our heartfelt Sympathy to you all.
Lori, Darrell and Alex Grenier
May 28, 2013
We are so very sorry and sad to hear about Abe. He will be greatly missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. God bless you all
The Chivilo Family
May 28, 2013
Rhonda and Family, Abe is truly one of the good guys who comes along far too few times in this world... Sending strong prayers to all of you, God Bless.
May 28, 2013
Our heartfelt sympathy to you & your family
Kevin, Nola, Rheannon & Cody Akister
april margach
May 27, 2013
To the Reddekopp families , thinking about you in this time ,
May 27, 2013
Our heartfelt sympathy to you ,Rhonda and Jamie,Austin and Cydney as you mourn your most precious loss.May our Lord wrap you in His loving arms and comfort your hurting hearts at this most difficult time.
With our Prayers,
Lloyd and Gail borschneck
Ron & Yvette Podiluk
May 27, 2013
Dearest Rhonda, James, Austin and Cydney. And to the rest of Abe's his family.
It is with heavy hearts that we are extremely shocked and saddened by your unfortunate and un-timely loss of Abe.
Although we really didn't know Abe and his family all that well, Abe was always quick with a smile, a wave or a warm hello every time we saw one another at camp.
When Yvette and I pulled up to our campsite for the very first time, I was TERRIFIED TO SAY THE LEAST. Abe was the VERY FIRST person to come over to shake our hands, say hello and welcome us to our new home away from home. Putting our minds at ease. As well, Abe was also the only person to hang around and offer any help or advice to us as we settled in. As a complete rookie when it came to setting things up with our trailer, we were, and always will be, so incredibly grateful for his help, ideas and advice.
May our prayers help ease the pain of your loss Rhonda. And know that Abe is at peace with our Savior and Lord God.
God bless you Abe. Rest in peace my friend.
Ron & Yvette Podiluk
Lot # 8
Boondocks Getaway.
The Tomchuks
May 27, 2013
To Rhonda and kids: We are so very sorry to hear about Abe. Our thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time. Be strong for each other, take comfort in your family and friends and make sure to treasure the memories of Abe. "Death leaves a heart-ache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal" Thinking of you - Love Monica, Steve, Patricia and Ken
May 27, 2013
Will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Vic & Darla
Jeff Leavitt
May 26, 2013
Rhonda and family, so sorry to hear about Abe ... hang tight to the memories, keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers for the days ahead.
Jeff & Datha Leavitt
Jim & Cathy Breti
May 26, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
May 26, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Brian Diederich
May 26, 2013
We both had the honor and privelege of working alongside Abe. He will be truly missed by us and all those who met him. Brian and Barry Diederich and families.
Brenda Thibodeau
May 26, 2013
Rhonda, James, Austin, and Sydney.
Our deepest sympathy to each of you in the loss of your husband and father. We pray that your memories of his smile and laughter will carry through this hardship. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended family! God Bless! Brenda Thibodeau
May 26, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about your loss Rhonda. You and the children are in my prayers.
Cass Phillips, Saskatoon
May 26, 2013
I Love you Baby brother, will be here for Rhonda and the kids forever.You truly were a wonderful person.......gonna miss you forever but love you longer.....Cathy. P.S. Say hi to Dad and Philip.
Heather Hogg
May 25, 2013
There are no words to express my deep sympathy for your loss Rhonda. Know that you and your family are thought of and loved.
Keegan Sparrow
May 25, 2013
Rhonda and Family,im very sorry for the loss of Abe. I had to the pleasure to work with him for the last year and a half. What a great man, Caring,fun,get it done attitude! Showed up everyday with a great attitude! Everyone on the job site new Abe and learnt something from him!! A great man, Great Memories!!
Keegan Sparrow
May 25, 2013
Rhonda, James, Austin, and Cydney.
We are deeply saddened when we heard what happened to Abe. I can't imagine the sorrow that you and your families are going through. Abe will always be with you in your hearts and happy memories. May you find some comfort with the love and support from family and friends. He was loved, and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Our thoughts and Prayers are with your family. God Bless.
Richard, Andrew, Spencer Fitch
Lisa Lizotte
May 25, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Rhonda and family. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. May you find peace & love in all of your happy memories.
May 25, 2013
Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Cal and Patti Hamm
Richard/Kim Hagglund
May 25, 2013
Rhonda: Our thoughts are with you
May 25, 2013
Rhonda and Family we are so sorry to here about your loss our thoughts and prayers are with us Dana,Jim, Taylor Dylan Peters
Keith and Pat Harder
May 25, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Rhonda, James, Austin and Sydney for this very sad loss of Abe, husband/father, and for the rest of his family as well. We will always remember Abe and all the great times we had at the lake. He will be missed. May your strength as a family help you through this very rough time.
May 25, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. We remember Abe as a family man dedicated to his wife and family. He was a joy to be around, rest in peace Abe.
Jim & Mary Bolton
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